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What’s the Difference Between a Mortgage Broker and a Lender?

What’s the Difference Between a Mortgage Broker and a Lender?

September 15, 2016 by Leave a comment

There’s more than one way to get a mortgage. While most borrowers end up going straight to a lender these days, another option—going through a broker—is still fairly popular. Of course, plenty of borrowers aren’t exactly sure of the difference between a broker and a lender, even after they’ve already made their choice. Here’s some... View Article

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What to Look for in a Mortgage Company

April 13, 2015 by Leave a comment

If you’re buying your first house, you may not understand the importance of comparison shopping. What’s more, you may think any mortgage company is qualified to take care of your needs. However, just because there’s a bank on every corner and mortgage companies create loans every day doesn’t mean you should choose a random company... View Article

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What Your Credit History Says to a Mortgage Lender

March 9, 2015 by Leave a comment

If you’re thinking about buying a house, the first thing you need to do is speak with a mortgage lender and get pre-approved. This preliminary step can save you time and heartache. A pre-approval isn’t required to look at homes or bid on a property, but it does work to your advantage. Since this involves... View Article

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How to Exchange Info With Lenders Securely

March 5, 2015 by Leave a comment

In the past, getting a mortgage required meeting with a lender and applying for a loan in-person. The lender would gather all information needed to process a loan and then determine whether an applicant was eligible. Today, it’s a much different scenario. You can apply for a mortgage from the comforts of your home with... View Article

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